
About This Property
Wellington Housing Authority provides public housing and Section 8 rental assistance programs in Fort Collins, Colorado. Both the public housing and Section 8 waitlists are currently closed. The housing authority serves Larimer County residents seeking affordable rental options.
Waitlist Information
The Wellington Public Housing program has been replaced with a project-based voucher assistance program.
Applications for the Housing Choice Voucher waiting list are not being accepted at this time. For Housing Choice Vouchers, all applications received during the waiting list opening dates will have an equal chance of being selected. We will place all applications into a lottery, and randomly selected applications will be placed on the Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) waiting list.
Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org
Updated May 8, 2026
Property Details
Fair Market Rent - Larimer County, CO
FMR represents the estimated amount needed to cover rent and utilities for a moderately-priced unit in this area.
| Bedrooms | FMR |
|---|---|
| Studio/Efficiency | $1,342 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,350 |
| 2 Bedroom | $1,646 |
| 3 Bedroom | $2,320 |
| 4 Bedroom | $2,553 |
Income Limits - Larimer County, CO
Annual income limits by household size used to determine eligibility for affordable housing programs.
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $20,150
- Very Low (50%)
- $33,600
- Low (80%)
- $53,700
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $23,000
- Very Low (50%)
- $38,400
- Low (80%)
- $61,400
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $25,900
- Very Low (50%)
- $43,200
- Low (80%)
- $69,050
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $28,750
- Very Low (50%)
- $47,950
- Low (80%)
- $76,700
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $31,050
- Very Low (50%)
- $51,800
- Low (80%)
- $82,850
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $35,580
- Very Low (50%)
- $55,650
- Low (80%)
- $89,000
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $40,120
- Very Low (50%)
- $59,500
- Low (80%)
- $95,150
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $44,660
- Very Low (50%)
- $63,300
- Low (80%)
- $101,250
| Household | Extremely Low (30%) | Very Low (50%) | Low (80%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Person | $20,150 | $33,600 | $53,700 |
| 2 Persons | $23,000 | $38,400 | $61,400 |
| 3 Persons | $25,900 | $43,200 | $69,050 |
| 4 Persons | $28,750 | $47,950 | $76,700 |
| 5 Persons | $31,050 | $51,800 | $82,850 |
| 6 Persons | $35,580 | $55,650 | $89,000 |
| 7 Persons | $40,120 | $59,500 | $95,150 |
| 8 Persons | $44,660 | $63,300 | $101,250 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent for affordable housing in Fort Collins, CO?+
The Fair Market Rent (FMR) for Larimer County, CO is: $1342 (Studio), $1350 (1BR), $1646 (2BR), $2320 (3BR), $2553 (4BR). Actual rent at subsidized properties like Wellington Housing Authority is typically 30% of household income or less.
What are the income limits for affordable housing in Larimer County, CO?+
For a 4-person household in Larimer County, CO, the income limits are: Extremely Low Income (30% AMI): $28,750, Very Low Income (50% AMI): $47,950, Low Income (80% AMI): $76,700. These limits are set by HUD and updated annually.
How do I apply for housing at Wellington Housing Authority?+
Wellington Housing Authority is a Housing Authority property. To apply, you can start by calling 9704162910, or visiting their website, or contacting the property management office. You may need to submit an application and be placed on a waitlist. Eligibility is typically based on income, family size, and other factors.
Is there a waitlist for Wellington Housing Authority?+
Public Housing waitlist is currently Closed. Section 8 (HCV) waitlist is currently Closed. Waitlist status can change frequently, so check back regularly or contact the housing authority directly for the most up-to-date information.
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